Yearly Archives: 2011
KERS, DRS and Tyres explained
For the past few years the F1 races have become processional. To try and correct this, grooved tyres were thrown out and slicks...
Autotrivia Quiz – Friday August 12 – August 18, 2011
Last week I asked what car had a seven liter straight eight, four valves per cylinder and twin overhead cams, and was sold...
Spotted around town
Have you noticed the number of Toyota Prius around town? Or is it the same one I am seeing multiple times? I honestly do...
No F1 this weekend
We are in the annual three week break for the F1 circus. The next Grand Prix is August 28 held at Spa in...
Rally Cross at Bira?
The Bira calendar claims there will be drag racing on Saturday 13th and Rally Cross Sunday 14th, but I believe this has been...
Thai tourism sector fears impact from US, European economic slump
BAGNKOK, 10 August 2011 – Thai tourism entrepreneurs have become anxious about the current economic downturn in the US and Europe as well...
DEP: Overall Thai exports not affected by US economic problem
BAGNKOK, 10 August 2011 – The Department of Export Promotion (DEP) has confirmed that the US economic slowdown has no significant impact on...
Commerce Minister vows to tackle expensive goods problem
BAGNKOK, 10 August 2011 – Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Kittirat Na Ranong is ready to help people shoulder their burdens from...
Foreign investments in ASEAN region doubled last year
BANGKOK, 10 August 2011 -Director General of the Department of Trade Negotiations Ms. Srirat Ratapana said there was a rise in foreign investments...
Latest Stories
Classic Days Pattaya 2026 Charity Timeless automobiles meet social commitment on Pattaya’s beachfront
PATTAYA, Thailand – Lovers of classic cars and supporters of good causes can look forward to a special weekend as Classic Car Friends Pattaya,...
Oasis Beats Vol.2 Pool Party at Avani Pattaya Resort
Get ready to dive into the rhythm as Oasis Beats Vol.2 Pool Party takes over the poolside at Avani Pattaya Resort for an afternoon...
Running red lights remains a deadly habit on Pattaya roads, putting tourists directly in...
PATTAYA, Thailand – A motorcycle collision at the Central Pattaya intersection this week has once again highlighted a long-standing and dangerous problem on the...
Bus driver hospitalized after violent road rage attack in North Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand – A 59-year-old bus driver has filed a police complaint after being chased and violently assaulted by a van driver during a...
Dark road claims young motorcyclist as unlit highway turns deadly in Sattahip
PATTAYA, Thailand – A poorly lit stretch of highway turned fatal on Sunday night when a motorcyclist slammed into the rear of a car...